- Must visit
Museu Picasso
Major collection of Pablo Picasso’s early works, housed in medieval palaces in El Born. One of Barcelona’s most visited art museums.
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Empuriabrava to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Empuriabrava to Barcelona will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 9 buses that leave Empuriabrava for Barcelona on Tue, Jul 14, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 14 the direct buses cover the 124 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Tue, Jul 14 the slowest buses will take 2 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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BASEOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Empuriabrava to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$32 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Empuriabrava to Barcelona:
A train is $14 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Empuriabrava to Barcelona costing on average $32 (€27).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 46m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator SARFA S.L. | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator SARFA S.L. | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator SARFA S.L. | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator SARFA S.L. | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator SARFA S.L. | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Empuriabrava to Barcelona buses for today, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BASE | 7:25 AM Empuriabrava, C-260 / Carrer Tamariu-Carrer Pla de Roses | 2h50 | 10:15 AM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 7:25 AM Empuriabrava, C-260 / Carrer Tamariu-Carrer Pla de Roses | 2h05 | 9:30 AM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 10:25 AM Empuriabrava, C-260 / Carrer Tamariu-Carrer Pla de Roses | 2h05 | 12:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 12:10 PM Empuriabrava, C-260 / Carrer Tamariu-Carrer Pla de Roses | 2h50 | 3:00 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 12:10 PM Empuriabrava, C-260 / Carrer Tamariu-Carrer Pla de Roses | 2h05 | 2:15 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 4:25 PM Empuriabrava, C-260 / Carrer Tamariu-Carrer Pla de Roses | 2h05 | 6:30 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 4:25 PM Empuriabrava, C-260 / Carrer Tamariu-Carrer Pla de Roses | 2h50 | 7:15 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 8:55 PM Empuriabrava, C-260 / Carrer Tamariu-Carrer Pla de Roses | 2h50 | 11:45 PM El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona- El Prat (T2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
BASE | 8:55 PM Empuriabrava, C-260 / Carrer Tamariu-Carrer Pla de Roses | 2h05 | 11:00 PM Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Empuriabrava to Barcelona run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€25) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by train.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:25, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€25) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 7:25 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
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Major collection of Pablo Picasso’s early works, housed in medieval palaces in El Born. One of Barcelona’s most visited art museums.
Catalonia’s premier art museum, especially strong in Romanesque frescoes, Gothic art, and modern Catalan works, set in the Palau Nacional.
Hilltop museum dedicated to Joan Miró, with paintings, sculptures, and rotating contemporary art exhibitions in a notable modern building.
Barcelona’s most famous promenade, linking Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront, lined with historic buildings, performers, and constant activity.
Historic Gothic Quarter of narrow lanes, small squares, medieval architecture, and many of the city’s oldest landmarks.
Hilltop viewpoint with sweeping panoramic views over Barcelona, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media.
Rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt. A Catalan staple served with many meals and one of Barcelona’s most iconic bites.
A traditional Catalan salad of shredded salt cod, tomato, onion, olives, and olive oil. It is especially typical in Barcelona and along the coast.
Potato balls stuffed with meat, fried, and topped with spicy sauce and aioli. They originated in La Barceloneta and are closely tied to the city.
An internationally acclaimed fine-dining restaurant offering highly creative modern cuisine and a refined tasting-menu experience in Barcelona.
A very popular tapas restaurant with a broad menu, reliable quality, and bustling atmosphere. Good for sampling many local favorites in one meal.
One of Barcelona’s oldest restaurants, known for classic Catalan cooking in a historic dining room. A strong choice for traditional dishes and old-city atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe. Food and transit are reasonable, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% for good table service. Small change is fine in cafés; taxi tips are optional.
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